Whatcom County, Washington
Daniel Doering is taking folks out for another field trip to Swift Creek on Saturday, May 4th.
If you’d like to join, meet at the Concrete Grocery Store at 9 am.
Road conditions: 4×4 recommended, will need a vehicle with high clearance due to 6-8″ deep potholes.
Bring a backpack and some water, but tools are not necessary. Any questions or concerns, contact Daniel ahead of time, at 360-319-4722. (There is no service near the actual site. )
On Saturday, March 2nd at 11 am, there is a work party at the Gerard’s to help clear and organize the conex for the day of the big show. 1371 Paradise Rd, Ferndale.
Directions: Take exit 262 off I-5. At the McDonalds turn north on Barrett and follow the road to Candi’s Jewelry Gallery on the right. About 1-11/2 miles from McDonalds.
Hello Rockhounds,
A friendly reminder that our next meeting is on Monday, February 19, 2024, at 7 pm, in Ferndale. We will be going over details for the March show, and Todd will be presenting about fossils of WA and OR.
Exciting news; we have been approved to move forward with the purchase of 3 new, 6-wheeled, 8″ cabbing machines for the lap room.
We will be silently auctioning off the (4) 8″ Lortone arbors that have been in the lap room to date. Bidding will occur at the February 19 meeting, and the bids will be sealed. The starting bid is $225/ arbor. Each interested member will write their highest bid and place it in their bidding envelope. In the event of a tie, top bidders will resubmit their highest bid to determine the winner. Winners, please be prepare to collect your arbor directly at the mall shop.
Members are welcomed to come by the mall to view the machines in advance. Photos/videos will be added to our Facebook this afternoon (2/6/24).
Rock on,
~Trevor
club secretary
Hello Rock hounds,
Exciting news from Jim Fackler, who shared with us the history, and a demonstration of flint knapping in September:
“I have received permission to use the Unity of Bellingham parking lot, at 1095 Telegraph Rd in Bellingham, from 10:00 to 2:00 on Saturday the 28th. I have several 10×20 canopy’s that will be set up if the weather requires. I will be providing the materials and tools. “
Please respond to Jim directly if you have questions and/or to RSVP:
Jim Fackler
360-434-0554
Hello Rock Hounds,
Here is your reminder that our club picnic is this Sunday, July 30th, at Candi and Gordy’s house. (1371 Paradise Rd, Ferndale, WA 98248).
Arrive as early as 10 am to socialize and/or tailgate. This is a potluck, so please bring your own chairs, beverages, and a main dish to share.
Hotdogs and water will be provided. Lunch is being served at 1 pm, so please arrive with your dish by then.
Folks are welcome to stay and socialize and/or continue tailgating after we eat.
Looking forward to seeing your friendly faces!
~Trevor, club secretary
7:05 PM – Meeting called to order by President Candi Gerard at the Ferndale Pioneer Community Building.
Door Prizes: Congrats Kevin and Sandee!
Secretary Report (Trevor): Upcoming local mineral shows (fliers available at our gem show.) Tracfone has been secured for the mall store. Our new number is 564-565-0840; please use sparingly and continue to contact each member on their personal mobile phone when possible.
Treasurer Report (Deb): Incoming – dues, lap room, vendor fees, donations, club sales. Expenses: supplies, receipt books. Savings are looking good, but will decrease after the show.
Membership (Wes): 2 new members this month
Federation Report (Michael): NW Federation show in Billings, MT 8/3-8/6. Ed has stepped down from hosting field trips, but there was mention of events in April. 4/15 & 16 opalized wood, late May Rainbow Chert in Verlot, WA. June, Saddle Mountain, July Darrington. Check Federation website HERE for details
Lapidary Room (Gordy): Busy! Cleaning party will be coming soon.
SHOW news (Wes): Friday 3/24, meet at Gerard’s in Ferndale by 9 am to load materials and equipment. Pull up behind Pioneer Pavilion to unload, get vehicles out of the way for dealers. Bellingham wedding company bringing 30 tables. Volunteers to set up cases, table skirts, etc. Pizza feed thanks to Westside Pizza for volunteers. Security has been rented to provide overnight services. Saturday, 10-6 show. Sunday 10-5 with 4 pm raffle drawing + 2/3 scholarship recipients will accept their check. 5 pm, breakdown and loading out. Thanks in advance to all of our amazing volunteers! Grants Burgers will be our food truck vendor at the show, please support them!
President Report (Candi): We still have openings for door greeters (say hello, hand out door tickets and free rocks to kids,) Club Sales: busy Saturday morning, weighing material sold for the club, taking money and making change. Raffle Tickets: $1 each, write name and phone number on the back to win if not present. A $100 bill is the top prize! Drawing occurs at 4 pm Sunday. Silent Auction: for kids and adults, run the timer and call the bids. Lots of fun. Spinning Wheel station: $.50/ spin, geared toward kids but anyone can play. Prizes include critters, grab bags. Sunday after the show: We really need help with tear down and loading out. Everyone will be tired, but this is a necessary part of the process.
***Volunteers – we recommend a good pair of gloves to avoid splinters while moving display cases, etc. Water will be provided by the club.
Thank you Roy and Michael for your help with the Fluorescent mineral show in the kitchen!
Next Intro to Lap Room class will be Tuesday, 4/18. $30, pay in advance to secure your spot. Sign up at the mall.
April 17th, next general meeting. Theme: Favorite acquisition from the show.
For members wishing to present or do a demonstration at a meeting, contact Bonnie Keel. She is our speaking coordinator, thanks Bonnie!
There was a brief break for cookies, then show and tell.
ADVERTISEMENT – Upcoming Event/ Vending Opportunity
Rock ‘n’ Wellness Fair
Saturday, May 6th 10am – 6pm
Rocks, Crystals, Minerals, Healing Services, Raffle, Bake Sale
Unity of Bellingham, 1095 Telegraph Rd. Bellingham, WA 98228
Club Web Address: www.mtbakerrockclub.org
Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mtbakerrockclub
For Questions, Club Email: admin@mtbakerrockclub.org
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Club Retail Store, Bellis Fair Mall, Space 424 (JC Penny’s Wing)
Hours: Closed Mondays, Tuesday-Saturday 11 am to 7, Sunday Noon to 6 pm
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Minutes submitted by Trevor Duncan
I have added a new page that describes the volunteer activities at our annual Rock and Gem Show. There are some photos to help you see what’s involved. Please take a look and sign up to help with the show next March. The page is in the menu “About The Club” and linked to from the page about the show.